Winning Hand Equine, LLC
 
 

Equine osteopathy is based on the same foundation, principles and philosophy as human osteopathy.  Essentially the overriding premises of both human and equine osteopathy are that the various systems of the body are intrinsically linked on every level, and that the body has an inherent and profound ability to heal itself when given the opportunity to do so.  Of course the actual practice goes far deeper, but this is a good starting point for those not familiar with the modality.

​

“Osteopathy is a system of engineering of the whole human body, that keeps the communication with the brain open, and prevents all possible blood and liquid stasis."

- Andrew Taylor Still 

​

​

​

Brief History

 

The practice of human osteopathy was founded by Andrew Taylor Still nearly 150 years ago in 1874.  Despite the complexity and effectiveness of the practice, it is still not widely understood as a modality for achieving true health.  

​

Dr. Dominique Giniaux of France in the 1970’s was a primary figure in the initial development of equine osteopathy.  Dr. Giniaux was followed by Anthony Pusey in the 1980's, whose tireless efforts to place equine osteopathy on solid scientific grounds included establishing a Master of Science degree at the University of Wales, which focused on the osteopathic treatment of animals.

​

According to A.T. Still, STASIS, or any lack of mobility on any level

(musculoskeletal, visceral, fluidal, fascial, etc) in the body ultimately leads to disorder.